Utah Tour de Donut
Eat donuts to reduce your overall time at this 21-mile road bike race done in seven-mile laps. Eat as many donuts as you want, but know that beating the King Donut isn’t easy! Last year he scarfed an impressive 22…
Idaho Mountain Festival
This four-day climbing, trail running, and mountain biking event at City of Rock National Reserve and Castle Rocks State Park in Almo, Idaho is not about competition, but instead celebrating these outdoor adventures in community. At the festival, outdoor enthusiasts…
Herriman Hold’em Half Marathon
Challenge yourself at this off-road half marathon in Herriman on singletrack trails with plenty of uphill and downhill sections. All finishers receive a race shirt you’ll actually wear and medals with additional awards for age group winners. Race held August…
Escape Ogden
Runners break out of prison and get soaked by water gun-toting volunteers as they run this 5K on the Ogden River Trail System at 10:00 a.m. on August 16. Don’t let the cops catch you, but if they do, use…
Run with the Horses Marathon, Half, 10K
Run with wild horses on a challenging course set in Wyoming’s High Desert Country. Choose from marathon, half, or 10K races with gorgeous on-course views and unique finisher’s medals. Race is August 16 in Green River, Wyoming, about a 2.5-hour…
Heart, Beck, Local Natives and More
Twilight Concert Series Watch live performances by The Head and the Heart, Beck, Local Natives, and more at Salt Lake’s ever-growing summer outdoor concert series in Pioneer Park. Concerts take place every Thursday evening in July and August this season.…
From the Editor – Late Summer 2014
I’m lucky to have amazing adventures in the name of work at Outdoor Sports Guide, but my favorite this summer was visiting Sun Valley for their annual Bike Festival. We watched competitions through the town’s streets and participated in a…
Getaway Gear
29 Summer Travel Favorites Whether camping in Zion or crisscrossing the globe, the right gear makes the journey easier. Check out these apparel, footwear, and accessory picks for your next summer adventure.
When in Cache Valley …
Summer Shenanigans in Logan Visiting Cache Valley is in some ways like coming home. Although I’ve never lived here, gone to school here, or spent more than a few days here, my roots are firmly planted in Logan’s rich soil.…
Pedal Paradise
Moab Mountain Biking As soon as spring blooms in here in Utah, we are blessed (see: cursed) with some volatile weather (as if we don’t get enough of that over the winter). Rain and snow scatter our 70-degree days rendering…
Resort Report Summer 2014
See a different side of Utah’s ski resorts this summer! Seasonal activities like hiking, mountain biking, live music, festivals, and children’s programs for all open resorts are summarized here, check websites for full details.
Millcreek Venture Out
Bring your lawnchairs and blankets to Millcreek Township every Friday evening from June–August for FREE family-friendly movies paired with live music, outdoor recreation, and farmer’s markets at venues throughout the area. Visit the website for exact locations and movie options.…